Pitava

by Nova Med

Active ingredient: Pitavastatin

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About Pitavastatin

Hypolipidaemic/Anti-atheroma

Uses

Hypercholesterolaemia, familial hypercholesterolaemia.

How to take it

Adults: 1-2 mg once daily, may be increased to max 4 mg/day. Hepatic impairment: 1 mg/day. Max: 2 mg. Children: Not recommended.

Side effects

Abdominal pain, rash, malaise, numbness & pruritus. Rhabdomyolysis, myopathy, hepatic dysfunction, jaundice, decreased platelet count.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Contraindicated in pregnancy. Lactation: Contraindicated or not recommended. Contraindications: Hepatic disorders or biliary atresia. Precautions: Hepatic or renal disorder. Hypothyroidism, hereditary muscle disorders, history of drug-induced myopathy. Elderly: Monitor plasma lipid levels regularly.

Advice

Take with or without meals. Take medication at same time each day. Contact prescriber if there is unresolved muscle pain, weakness, malaise or fever. Avoid alcohol during therapy.

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Interactions with Pitavastatin

Cyclosporin, fibrates, niacin, cholestyramine.

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